The Bowfin 1 offers the setup simplicIty of the Moment DW and improves on the storm shedding performance of the Double Rainbow. Free-standing, double side entrance, and double wall, you can perch this sanctuary and sleep comfortably just about anywhere.

Yes, there are addional pullouts on the arch sleeve, perimeter hem, and PitchLoc+ ground level ends.

How does the Bowfin 1 compare to the Moment DW?

Both models are arch pole supported and full double wall, double side entry. On the Moment DW, the arch pole runs across the entrances whereas it runs end to end on the Bowfin 1. The Bowfin 1 structure is free-standing whereas the Moment DW structure requires two stakes but can be free-standing with the optional crossing pole. The Bowfin 1 interior is wider through the middle at ground level and narrower at the apex. The Bowfin 1 structure is stronger in wind and better able to handle a light to medium snowfall. The Moment DW crossing ounces ( 7 oz/ 198g) adds snowloading support.

Will this shelter fit a long/wide pad?

The Bowfin 1 will fit one long/wide sleeping pad (76 in x 25 in / 193 cm x 64 cm). Check out the photos above to see it in action.

Is the Bowfin 1 suitable for tall folks?

The Bowfin 1 has been tested by folks as tall as 6 ft 4 in / 1.93 m.

Is the Bowfin 1 freestanding?

Once you assemble the structure of the Bowfin 1, you can pick it up and move it around without disassembling. In order to take advantage of the full floor width, the vestibules must be staked. A rock, water bottle, or boot can be used just as easily as a stake.

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Rated 4 out of 5

Rose Marie Brown –July 17, 2019

I bought this tent last year and I really love it. Easy to set up and what is nice that it is free standing. It stands up to wind and heavy rain so no leaks or any problems. My only thing I don’t like about it is the weight. Mine weighs at 42 ounces (2.63 lbs) including the ground cloth. I hope it would be made only using dyneema material instead. I would definitely buy it again.

Rated 5 out of 5

Ryan (verified owner)–November 9, 2018

When I first received this tent I laughed at how flimsy it appeared to be, figured I would tear it up in a night or two. Well that didn’t happen, this is a tough tent! I dragged it across Colorado chasing Elk this past October and then once I returned to Florida I was sent to the panhandle for Hurricane Michael response (Wildlife Officer tested) and it excelled in that environment as well. Tough, lightweight, packable, did well in rain, and quick to set up. I did have some issues with condensation on rainy days but if I rolled one of the flaps up I wouldn’t have any issues at all. I think that is to be expected in a one person tent. Great job!

Rated 5 out of 5

Jason –August 5, 2018

Great tent for bikepacking! Taken this on some simple overnights with friends and it’s a dream. I take it when I go car camping too and it’s a great, spacious tent for one. This is the best tent purchase I’ve ever made.

Rated 5 out of 5

JDM –June 17, 2018

This is my first TarpTent and I love it! I took it on a 3 day backpacking trip. We had thunderstorms and heavy rain. The design of this tent is ingenious .Because the tent body/liner is clipped in to the fly, I could set up in the rain with minimal water getting into the tent body. At the same time, the double wall helped minimize condensation. Best of both worlds. I also appreciated how quick it was to set up, which also helps when it’s raining. Lots of venting options at the foot, head, and top of the tent. If it’s not raining too hard, you can also keep the fly/vestibule partially unzipped for more airflow.

The tent never leaked, had splashback issues, or felt stuffy to me Being freestanding turned out to be super helpful, i picked the tent up and moved it around to minimize sitting in water runoff. The adjustable-width floor is really cool. The floor is also a little slick (most of them seem to be), and i noticed this when i had to pitch on a slight decline and kept sliding down. I wedged my backpack under the foot of my sleeping pad like a wheelchock and it worked great. Really glad I went ahead and bought this tent, it made a big difference int he quality of my backpacking experience.

Rated 5 out of 5

Nick Lenn (verified owner)–May 19, 2017

I’ve owned this tent since it was first released, and have been nothing but impressed with it. It is the roomiest single person tent I’ve owned by far. The extra interior tub width is perfect because you’ve got tons of extra space to keep your gear in the tent with you, but if you want you can loosen it up and create more vestibule space. Setup is crazy fast and it’s really nice to be able to move the tent around once you get the pole in and the ends up. I’ve owned tents that you have to stake first then raise them, and I’d personally never go back to one for this reason alone. I’ve had absolutely zero condensations issues, and have been very impressed with it’s wind capabilities. The ability to pull the sides down to virtually ground level and seal up the ends really makes a big difference. While maybe not the lightest one out there I do feel it’s worth the extra couple ounces for the conveniences it has.